2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti QX56. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Tucson | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
